Klein & Babbitt, LLC

11/17/2021

For families in transition, the holidays can be tough. This NYT columnist has suggestions to make them a little easier.

The coming season can be brutal for families going through a difficult time. One single mom offers her holiday-survival plan.

11/11/2021

Maybe you were waiting until the pandemic was "over" to make a change.

Maybe you were waiting until the kids went back to school, or turned a certain age.

Maybe you were waiting for your spouse to make the first move.

Stop waiting and take that first step. For yourself. For your own well-being.

We'll help you navigate that road to a new beginning.

Call us today to schedule a free 30-minute consultation: 860-677-5885.

11/03/2021

A client recently used this phrase when he described how he motivates himself to keep his divorce and custody case on track.

He knows that the stress, sadness, and uncertainty are only temporary, even though they feel like a huge burden at this time. He is working towards creating a better family dynamic as he and his current spouse transition into their new roles as co-parents.

If you or someone you care about is looking for an amicable solution to a family law issue, please contact our office for a consultation. 860-677-5885.

10/20/2021

Divorce is not failure. It is a life change. It may start with sadness, stress, and anxiety about the future, but ultimately it is a transition from one stage of life to another, from one type of relationship (married with children) to another (co-parents).

It's a privilege to help our clients through this major life transition.

If you or someone you care about needs advice and guidance through a divorce or other family law issue, contact our office at 860-677-5885 for a free consultation.

Life is full of challenges. Go easy on each other. 💜 (📷: Simon Emmett)

10/07/2021

The Netflix limited series "Maid" is a poignant depiction of the struggles of a mother leaving an abusive relationship, navigating the social services available to her, and fighting for custody of her young daughter.

Margaret Qualley and Andie MacDowell (real-life mom and daughter!) are excellent as the protagonist, Alex, and her undiagnosed bipolar mother. One aspect we take issue with is the way out-of-state relocation with a child is handled in one of the episodes. We don't want to reveal any spoilers, so let's just say that the rules regarding relocation with a child are different in every state.

If you and your current or former spouse or partner are in disagreement regarding one of you relocating with your children, please call our office to learn what legal remedies might be available to you. 860-677-5885. You can read more on our blog: https://kleinbabbitt.com/can-one-parent-relocate-with-the-children

One young mother's incredible story of survival and resilience as she navigates the world of poverty, abuse and redefining her worth against all odds. Inspir...

09/30/2021

Mediation is not reconciliation or a form of marriage therapy.

It is a way to negotiate the terms of a divorce agreement in an amicable and civil manner.

In a mediated divorce, the attorney doesn’t represent either party; instead, she serves as the couple’s legal navigator, helping them arrive at mutually acceptable divorce terms on their own.

In mediation, the goal is to work together to minimize costs and create healthier post-divorce relationships.

Visit https://kleinbabbitt.com/mediations-collaborative-divorce/ for more information on mediation as a divorce option, and contact our office today for a confidential consultation with a trained mediator. 860-677-5885

09/15/2021

The end of summer is always a time of transition, whether you yourself are going back to school, have children who are back at school, or you are trying to meet other goals you set for yourself this year.

If those transitions include updating your co-parenting or visitation plan, modifying your current child or spousal support, or filing for divorce, call our office today to make a consultation appointment.

We'll learn more about your specific case, answer your questions, and discuss your short- and long-term options so you can finish the year knowing you are on the way to a happier future.

Call our office today at 860-677-5885.

08/19/2021

This job is exactly what you think it is: answering the phones; greeting visitors; sending and responding to business emails; attending to mail and packages; ordering supplies; scheduling phone, zoom, and in-person meetings and managing the office calendar; assisting the attorneys and other staff with various documents and projects in a deadline-driven environment; and generally keeping many balls in the air at once.

We require someone who is cheerful but professional. Friendly but sincere. Upbeat, a hard worker who pays attention to detail, is empathetic, resourceful, and customer service-oriented, and can adeptly switch from one task to another. It’s important that you have a good sense of humor and like to engage with your co-workers. It’s even more important that you practice discretion and confidentiality.

Our busy, woman-owned divorce and real estate law firm draws clients from Greater Hartford, the upper CT River Valley, and Litchfield County, navigating them through some of their biggest life transitions.

We pride ourselves on our ability to offer our clients practical solutions to complicated problems, while ensuring that they receive the personal attention they want and deserve.

Requirements:
● Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook), Google Suite (Calendar, Drive, Sheets), and Adobe Acrobat (including Redacting and Signature). Experience with Family Law Software is a plus.
● This is not a remote position. Daily attendance in our Avon office is required, as is reliable transportation for trips to the post office, delivering documents to area courthouses, and other necessary errands.
● Some previous experience working in a professional office setting is a must. Prior experience in a law office is an advantage.

INTERESTED APPLICANTS: To be considered for this position, please DM your resume, or attach your resume to your response, and include DETAILED work history (not just employers and dates). Applications without a resume will not be considered.

08/18/2021

This is a question our firm gets all the time. "Does this mean I have to file for divorce right away?"

People who are thinking about divorce rightfully have a lot of questions but haven’t had a consultation with an attorney because they are afraid of what comes next. So they continue on in their current situation, unhappy and full of uncertainty.

Meeting with a divorce attorney can be empowering. Being informed about what options are available and knowing how the process works can provide peace of mind.

Meeting with a divorce lawyer doesn’t necessarily mean divorce is imminent. It is, however, a good way to gather legal information from a licensed family law professional while figuring out what the next step might be. Sometimes that next step is not divorce but a call to a therapist, or a financial advisor, or a close friend or relative for a good shoulder cry.

We know this is hard. We’re here to help you take that first step. Call our office at 860-677-5885 to make an appointment for a free, confidential, no-obligation consultation.

07/28/2021

We have great clients, and knowing that our firm's hard work helps them be in a better place is very rewarding. Getting a review like this is humbling and gratifying.

If you or someone you know is going through a divorce or custody situation and wants an attorney who works for a fair and equitable outcome, please call us at 860-677-5885.

07/23/2021

The first federal child tax credit payments went out last week to eligible parents. Click through for some tips on how the IRS will communicate with you regarding these payments. Hint: they won't call you and ask you to confirm your identity.

"Be alert to criminals who ask you, by phone, email, text – or even on social media, to verify your information," the IRS cautions.

07/13/2021

If the past year has taught us anything it's about how strong -– or how fragile -- some of our relationships are.

This article offers some advice on reconnecting with people in our lives now that things are getting a little bit back to "normal".

It's wonderful to connect with the people we have missed but it is just as important to continue to nourish the relationships we cherish most.

We asked individuals and couples' therapist, Nancy Lucas, for advice on navigating relationships post-Covid.